Xavier Thompson
Wichita,KS
Summary
Exceptional Head Chef with superb understanding of recipes and food cooking methods. Specialties include determining proper portions, menu planning and managing food inventory. Passionate about food and hospitality. Skillfully manage kitchen and food preparation areas.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Chef
Twelve Restruant And Bar
2024.01 - Current
- Enhanced culinary quality by developing innovative recipes and refining existing menu items.
- Collaborated with management to develop seasonal menus, considering guest preferences and market trends.
- Increased customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality dishes in a timely manner.
Head Chef
Lima Nation
2023.11 - 2024.01
- As Head Chef of a high-volume Peruvian-style restaurant, you'll manage kitchen staff and prepare all menu items from scratch
- requires great attention to detail.
- Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
- Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
Sushi Chef
Stout Street Social
2022.05 - 2023.09
- Dedicated and highly skilled Sushi Chef with 2 of experience in crafting exquisite sushi dishes
- Proficient in traditional Japanese culinary techniques, I excel in creating visually stunning and flavorful sushi, including sashimi, nigiri, and specialty rolls
- Committed to maintaining the highest standards of food quality and presentation, I bring creativity and passion to every dish
- Adept at kitchen management, team collaboration, and ensuring food safety.
Picker Packer
Premiure Food Service
2022.01 - 2022.05
- Manage time effectively to meet facility KPI's
- Worked on the production line efficiently
- Maintained inventory records.
Education
Associates in Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts
Augusta Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Boulder, CO10.2023
High School Diploma -
Geaduate
Wichita, KS05.2018
Skills
- Protein fabrication and cookery
- Positive, willingness to learn attitude
- Team player
- Implements proper safety and sanitation practices
- Inventory Management
- Cooking techniques
- Sanitation Practices
- Food presentation
- Calm under pressure
- Effective written and verbal communication
- Reliable
Timeline
Lead Chef
Twelve Restruant And Bar
2024.01 - Current
Head Chef
Lima Nation
2023.11 - 2024.01
Sushi Chef
Stout Street Social
2022.05 - 2023.09
Picker Packer
Premiure Food Service
2022.01 - 2022.05
Associates in Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts
Augusta Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
High School Diploma -
Geaduate
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